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734 Wampler Dr
Charleston, SC 29412
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James Island Yacht Club is a great place to do some boating and is also a really good event space. This area has some of the best views of Charleston from the water as you can see just about the entire Peninsula from a unique perspective. I really like the big dock and waterfront as it goes pretty far out on the water and is very peaceful and beautiful. The James Island Yacht Club is very well maintained and is a nice place to visit and be a part of.
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Beautiful property and views! Bartenders were welcoming! We went in fall so a little rainy Still took the time to walk out on beautiful dock. A place I would love to join and relax in spring. Club building itself was smaller and older ..could use modernization or give it more of a perIod feel. If I lived in South Carolina I would definitely spend more time there.
What can I say about JIYC? It's a private yacht club, but growing up near it, you know how to get in, which is what I did most of my childhood. The gate was open most of the time back then, but now they are very stengy about it. If you're not a member, people will know it and approach you about it, but you can't blame them. They pay a decent amount to be in it. It's got THE BEST views of the city of Charleston around. If you're not a member, you could always just go to Sunrise Park next door. Jumping off the dock, shark tooth hunting, fishing, crabbing, sailing, swimming, that's what I spent most of my childhood doing there. It holds a special place in my heart, especially with Charleston being over run by transplants now.
I sailed here last year for the James Island Open. While I found race management to be good, the on shore support and club staff where quite nasty in their interactions with competitors. I found the guy running the lift to be needlessly rude, and the yard master managing the dry slips had his head so far up his you know what that I am not surprised he didn't see what was going on at all. I like good competition, but this was not a fun place to sail out of.
I love the James Island Yacht Club. As other reviewers have mentioned, it is one of the best views in Charleston. You are directly across from the downtown pennisula with the Ashley River Bride to the left and a beautiful view of the Ravenel Bridge and ocean to the right. Sunsets are amazing as you watch the sun disappear behind our beloved city. The bar is small and usually occupied by old men, but what else do you expect from an old yacht club. The facility is nice with a small reception hall and covered pavillion outside. There is a playground for the kids, and dock for fishing and boating. Find someone that's a member and ask them to take you to this hidden gem.
Really cool place to go watch the sunset, if you can get in. Private club. Had our wedding reception there and it was great. Room is a tight squeeze, so if hosting a wedding reception, don't expect to be able to have a sit down meal for more than 25 people.
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The 2024 SAILING REGATTA is our yacht club's largest annual event. Hundreds of sailors come from all over the country to enjoy our grounds and sail in the Charleston Harbor. This year is going to be an awesome event including a formal cocktail party, a laid back family BBQ with a band, and even a Father's Day Brunch. First of all, I would love for you to come enjoy this event with us, but there are also many ways to help support the Regatta. We would love to have you or your company sponsor to help make this event a success. Below is a LINK for information regarding our sponsorship opportunities. This year, we have a fundraising goal of $30,000 with a portion of the proceeds going to support our youth sailing club. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions. I have included my contact information below. Thanks for any help you can give!! I can't wait to see you out there!!!! Tom Ledford - Vice Commodore / Regatta Chairman (843) 693-2118 [email protected] CLICK HERE
June 12th - regatta cocktail party, june 14th - family bbq dinner / live bluegrass music june 15th - regatta races june 16th - father's day brunch / races and awards, please click here to register for the 2023 jiyc open regatta. ( 2024 link coming soon ).
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In 1969, Club Historian, Fred Wichmann recommended that permanent recognition be given Commodore Clement by placing his picture in the HALL OF FAME at the James Island Yacht Club. FRANKLIN PIERCE SEABROOK JR. 1881 – 1963. Pictured here in 1903, Frank participated in the founding of the James Island Yacht Club.
Sailing. James Island Yacht Club has many ways to get involved with sailing on the harbor. You can join our summer sailing program, take private lessons, or join in our weekly races fall, spring, and summer. SAILING CONTACT INFORMATION. LINK TO FALL AND SPRING SAILING.
The 2024 SAILING REGATTA is our yacht club's largest annual event. Hundreds of sailors come from all over the country to enjoy our grounds and sail in the Charleston Harbor. This year is going to be an awesome event including a formal cocktail party, a laid back family BBQ with a band, and even a Father's Day Brunch.
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Please click here to register for the 2023 JIYC Open Regatta. ( 2024 Link coming Soon ) James Island Yacht Club has many ways to get involved with sailing on the harbor. You can join our summer sailing program, take private lessons, or join in our weekly races fall, spring, and summer.